Gertie's started serving ice cream in 1901, and Lindy's started serving chili in 1924. In the mid-1970s, a local entrepreneur purchased both businesses and combined them into a legendary Chicago chain. Tasty chili is reportedly made from the original recipe, and creamy ice-cream treats include banana splits made with real fruit. Open Sun-Thurs 11 am-10 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-11 pm. - Alotta, 10/24/2005